Welcome to the Bank Street Children's Book Committee's (CBC) Searchable Best Books List, a tool designed to help educators, families, librarians, and others access developmentally appropriate and engaging books for young readers (ages birth - 18).
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The Little Red Cat Who Ran Away and Learned His A B C's (the Hard Way)
written and illustrated by Patrick McDonnell
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2017
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company/Hachette
ISBN: 978-0-316-50246-7
Keywords: Alphabet, Humor, Adventure
An adventurous cat sets off on a zany chase in this guessing game and alphabet book. Retro-style cartoon pen-and-ink, pencil, and watercolor illustrations.